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Gyno put me on microgynon 20 and primolut twice a day for heavy periods. he said skip periods 4 next few mths. is it ok?

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

That's fine: It is ok to skip periods. Certain types of birth control completely stop the menstrual cycle.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Gyno put me on microgynon 20 and primolut twice a day for heavy periods. he said skip periods 4 next few mths. is it ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

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